Davido's father is my adviser, Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has revealed that his elder brother, Adedeji Adeleke, father of Nigerian music star Davido, serves as a crucial adviser and father figure whose counsel has shaped his decisions. Adeleke shared these insights during an interview on Sunday Politics, discussing his family background and the strong bonds within the Adeleke family.

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I miss my dad big time. But when I see him, I see my dad. So, he is like a father figure to me.

Adeleke expressed how much he misses his late father but finds comfort in his elder brother's presence, stating, "When I see him, I see my dad. So, he is like a father figure to me." He values his brother's advice, particularly drawing from his extensive experience as a businessman. "God has really blessed him with wisdom," the governor remarked, recalling instances where his brother's business acumen prevented him from making unviable ventures.

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He is a father figure. How much do I listen to him? A lot, because God has really blessed him with wisdom.

Initially, Adeleke admitted to being somewhat stubborn and not always heeding his brother's advice. However, he eventually recognized the value in his brother's insights. "I started studying him. And as I got older, I would call him my adviser with a portfolio," he added. He also spoke warmly of his elder sister, describing her as a motherly figure, and attributed the siblings' closeness to the values instilled by their parents.

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I started studying him. And as I got older, I would call him my adviser with a portfolio.

Reflecting on his late father, Governor Adeleke described him as a politician and diplomat who served as a senator during Nigeria's Second Republic, noting his father's education and worldly experience. When questioned about accusations of his administration representing a family dynasty, Adeleke dismissed the notion. He argued that such perceptions are formed by the public and stem from the genuine admiration for the Adeleke family's close-knit relationship. "We are so close," he emphasized.

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We are so close.